Malicious Code Injection in experimental_scallop_0xrequest Package
Summary
MAL-2025-102397: Malicious code in experimental_scallop_0xrequest (npm). Affected versions are not published. No fix is published. How to fix ↓
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Background
The experimental_scallop_0xrequest package is part of the npm ecosystem and is associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign. This package is designed to facilitate the generation and publication of derivative packages, often containing scripts that automate the publishing process. However, it has been identified as malicious due to its capability to modify package metadata and inflate developer reputation scores through deceptive practices.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability originates from the malicious intent behind the package, which includes scripts that alter the package.json file by removing private flags, changing version numbers, and generating random package names. This behavior leads to the continuous republishing of variants, polluting the npm registry and potentially compromising the integrity of the ecosystem. The ramifications include loss of trust in the npm registry, potential security risks for users who inadvertently install these packages, and the risk of developers being misled by inflated reputation scores.
How To Fix
This package is malicious. Remove it and rotate any credentials it could have accessed.
npm uninstall experimental_scallop_0xrequestIf it arrived as a transitive dependency, remove the package that pulled it in, then reinstall.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, avoid using the experimental_scallop_0xrequest package and monitor your dependencies for any signs of malicious activity. Regularly audit your npm packages using npm audit to identify vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The experimental_scallop_0xrequest package poses a significant risk due to its malicious code that alters package metadata and inflates developer reputation scores. It is crucial to remove this package from your projects and monitor your dependencies for vulnerabilities to maintain the integrity of your applications.
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FAQ
It is an npm package associated with the tea.xyz token reward campaign, designed to automate the generation and publication of derivative packages.
The vulnerability can lead to the installation of malicious packages that modify your project files and potentially compromise security.
You should uninstall the experimental_scallop_0xrequest package immediately and audit your project for any other vulnerabilities.
You can use tools like Vulert, which monitors and alerts for open-source vulnerabilities in real-time using your package-lock.json file.
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